Data Privacy and Security Attorney

Sands Anderson

Location
North Carolina-Raleigh
Description
Job Description: Sands Anderson PC is expanding its Business Group in our Raleigh-Durham NC office and is seeking an experienced attorney to join our Data Privacy and Security Team. As a key member of our firm, you will play a crucial role in advising clients on matters related to data protection, privacy regulations, and cybersecurity. If you are passionate about safeguarding sensitive information and ensuring compliance with legal requirements, we encourage you to apply. Responsibilities: Provide legal counsel to clients on data privacy, security, and compliance matters. Draft and review privacy policies, terms of use, and data protection agreements. Conduct risk assessments and develop strategies to mitigate data-related risks. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to address cybersecurity incidents and breaches. Stay up-to-date with evolving privacy laws and regulations. Represent clients in legal proceedings related to data breaches or privacy violations. Advise on international data transfers and cross-border data flows. Job Requirements: Juris Doctor (J.D.) degree from an accredited law school. Active membership in the North Carolina State Bar. Minimum of 6 years of experience practicing data privacy and security law. Strong knowledge of federal and state privacy regulations (e.g., CCPA, GDPR). Excellent communication and negotiation skills. Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment. CIPP/US or CIPP/E certification preferred. Sands Anderson PC is an equal employment employer and participates in the Midsize Mansfield Rule by the Diversity Lab. We encourage candidates interested in working at any of Sands Anderson’s office locations to apply, and this includes, without limitation, lawyers who are women, from underrepresented racial/ethnic groups, from the LGBTQ+ community, veterans and lawyers with disabilities. Sands Anderson is a drug free workplace.
Posted
Updated
Closed
Position
Associate
Practice Areas
Data Privacy
Specialties
Cybersecurity, Compliance/Regulatory
Experience
6+ years
Employer Type
Law Firm